Field Service Technician (F&V) - JBT Corporation

JBT Diversified Food & Health is a prime solutions and equipment provider within the fruit and vegetable industry segment. From preparation to preservation, conveying and packaging, our comprehensive range of technologies captures the freshness, taste, texture, appearance and nutritional value of fresh and processed fruit and vegetable products, and we have a fantastic opportunity for a Service Technician to join our team!

This position is located at a customer plant in Peace River/Arcadia, FL and will have primary responsibility for all JBT equipment at that location, including our industrial citrus extractors and automation systems. This position may also lead one or more service employees at that site.

About the Job:

Mechanical Service Management

• Under direction of service management, manages and trains all processing service personnel assigned to customer site.
• Responsible for all performance and calibration of JBT’s machinery.
• Responsible for maintenance and calibration of JBT’s automation systems.
• Manages equipment overhaul so that performance will be to JBT and customer standards and completed within a timely schedule.
• Assist in field testing of new designs or equipment.
• Responsible for maintaining, ordering and expediting all parts and maintaining adequate inventory for JBT’s machinery.
• Responsible for maintaining, ordering and expediting all parts, tools and inventory at locations for service contracts for customer equipment.

Customer Satisfaction and Relations 

• Works closely with all JBT departments to assure that we maintain good communication from the customer site to JBT.
• Have knowledge of customer’s machinery that is used in fruit processing included in a major service agreement; washers, graders, surge bins, sizers, belt and screw conveyors, finishers and cyclones.
• Attend customer meeting regarding operation of juice room and related equipment.
• Report all sales opportunities to FL Regional Sales Service Manager.

Planning and Administration

• Responsible for proper and timely submission of required reports to JBT and customer representatives for machinery and service contracts.
• Checks and monitors all time and expense reports weekly.
• Manages parts through a management system including collecting, storing and sending data to the processing service department in Lakeland.
• Meets the preventative maintenance target.

 Safety

• Meet all monthly safety requirements as established by the HSE Department
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position, thus employee may be subjected to randomized drug testing.
• Attend all required site Safety Training sessions or complete and submit make-up materials to the Safety Department.
• Comply with all JBT safety policies and guidelines

Why is JBT a Great Place to Work?

We are a stable organization with strong values:  Integrity, Accountability, Relentless Continuous Improvement, Teamwork, and a Passion for our customers.

As part of a large global organization, you will have opportunities for learning within your trade and growth beyond your current skillset.  Multiple locations around the US and around the world provide numerous job opportunities.  We also offer an educational reimbursement plan for employees who want to advance their formal education.

• We have competitive health and welfare benefits and more!
• Three options of medical coverage through United Healthcare
• Two options of dental coverage through Delta Dental
• Vision coverage
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee discounts on products and services like event tickets, personal cell phone service, car insurance, and more

Mandatory Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Proven ability to lead people
• Basic computer knowledge
• Works well with all departments at JBT
• Has good customer skills
• Become part of customer's team

Preferred Requirements:

• Training in mechanical, electrical, computer and computer programming
• Experience with JBT equipment and customer machinery
• Ability to conduct training seminars for new personnel
• Has general knowledge of all types of instrumentation and how to calibrate

BENEFITS

JBT Corporation offers the growth potential of a company with a developing technology that is unique in its field, plus frequent company-sponsored events and a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage and 401(k) plan.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of JBT Corporation to provide equal opportunity for qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law at the JBT Corporation location to which this application is submitted. In addition, as a Federal Government contractor, JBT Corporation is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources department. EOE-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

If you have a disability or impairment that prevents you from completing the online application, please seek the assistance of your local employment services agency. JBT maintains active relationships with local employment services agencies, and they have pledged their support in assisting any applicant needing help in applying. To find information on agencies throughout the United States, please go to www.careeronestop.org

You may also call Susan Cotton at 844-286-4524 if your disability or impairment prevents you from applying online. NOTE: Do not use this number unless you need assistance because of a disability or impairment. The personnel attending this phone line will not be able to give you a status update regarding your application and will not be the individuals making a decision regarding your employment.